Congressional Veteran Commendation

The Congressional Veteran Commendation is a nomination-based program designed to recognize both the military service and community service of Veterans living in the 3rd Congressional District of Texas. These honorees are exceptional Americans who served our country as a former member of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force and Coast Guard).

The nomination packet may be self-submitted by the Veteran or submitted by a nominator acting with permission on the Veteran’s behalf. Applications should highlight community service and/or work experience that has had a positive impact on the community since discharge. A Review Board will review the packets and make recommendations to the Congressman. 

The 2026 Congressional Veteran Commendation Recipients will be honored in a ceremony in November 2026, more details to come! 

ELIGIBILTY:

• Veteran must currently reside in the 3rd Congressional District of Texas. Verify using the nominees address at www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

• Veteran was active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces or was a reservist called to active duty.

• Veteran was honorably discharged or retired from the U.S. Armed Forces.

• Veteran has demonstrated exceptional service to their community.

•Veteran cannot be a previous recipient of the commendation through TX Congressional District 3.

• Post-mortem nominations will not be considered.

NOMINATION PACKET (required documents):

• TX-03 2026 Nomination Form (must be fully completed)

• Recent 4x6 high-quality color photo of the Veteran (head and shoulders shot preferred).

• Copy of Veteran’s DD214.

• Veteran’s Social Security Number.

• Support Documents (three-page maximum): copies of news clippings, military records, or photos that further identify the Veteran’s military and community service. Do not include any original documents.

The 2026 Veteran Commendation Nomination Packet will be available March 1, 2026. Please check back for updates!

For more information, Email Natalie Steinsholt at Natalie.Steinsholt1@mail.house.gov